From the Principal's Office
Thomas Lesisko
Principal
Jim Thorpe Area High School
Welcome to our website
Welcome
to the Jim Thorpe Area High School, located in the historic town of Jim
Thorpe, Pennsylvania. As Principal, I hope you enjoy your digital
exploration of our learning environment through this website. Jim Thorpe
Area High School students, over 600 students strong in grades 9-12,
succeed through a shared community vision of excellence. As you view
these pages, you will witness the commitment by the faculty, staff,
students, and parents for the success of all students. The Olympian
spirit of excellence fills our facility.
Our strength lies in our diverse student community filled with
unique talents and interests. Jim Thorpe students embrace their academic
environment where rigorous course work and depth of knowledge prepare
them for their challenging future. Determination and effort result in
high academic achievements through various performances and
competitions. In addition, our students excel athletically,
artistically, technologically, and socially, through the variety of
sports and clubs offered.
We are very proud to offer a multitude of opportunities to our
students and we strive to meet the needs and dreams of each and every
individual student. We plan for students to have an exciting high school
career and to be prepared for a successful future. Our students’
achievements drive our programs.
After experiencing our website, I encourage you to experience an
event at the high school, whether it be an athletic competition, school
play or musical concert, to witness first-hand the spirit and pride that
makes us Jim Thorpe Area High School Olympians. Thank you.